Alam Sanctuary, Seri Kembangan (Harmonium and Pandeiro)
We haven’t been to this area for a long time now, we remember coming here quite often some time back to review the many projects launched. Revisiting the place gave us a chance to check on the progress of the developments in the area, some were blooming along nicely, while some seem to be getting dwarfed or swallowed in the sea of development change of the surroundings.
For some of the earlier reviews in this growth area, you can check the following:
Bayan Villa, Bukit Ikhlas
Aman Heights, Seri Kembangan
Taman Dato Demang, Puchong
Phase 3, Taman Dato Demang
Villa Pavilion, Seri Kembangan
Sovereign, Permai Park
Desaminium Park (Taman Desaminium)
Alam Sanctuary is one of the projects located ‘behind the Pasar Borong Selangor’. Most of the existing homes and shops you see here are part of the Equine Capital’s master plan. Alam Sanctuary, along with Prima Tropika (review up next) are a few of the smaller projects coming up in the area bordered by the South Klang Valley Expressway and the Seri Kembangan road.
Alam Sanctuary is a 93-acre development of set on a relatively flat land. At the moment for the very first phase, they are launching two types of unit, Harmonium, a 22’ x 75’ linkhome and Pandeiro, a semi-D unit.
As a whole, the developers are emphasizing the landscaping of the project, and also the gated aspect. Within the large site, there are 2 recreational lakes, one of them part of a 6 acre park. There is also plans for a strong entrance statement but at the moments details are a bit sketchy. There will be a perimeter fencing around the site with security features like CCTV.
Speaking of entrance, there will be only one, which will be directly off the main road at the Petronas petrol station. The existing one leading to the sales office is a temporary one, but at the site you can practically see the entire site and visualize where each unit will be.
For the first phase, there are 70 units of linkhomes and 44 units of semi-D. Harmonium is the linkhome unit type, at 22’ x 75’ and 2,234sq.ft. Not only are 22’ x 75’ homes difficult to find these days, even more so are well designed units, and this one provides 4+1 rooms. The porch is wide enough for two side by side cars, at the expense of having no lawn. The wet kitchen is pretty small, some people may be tempted to knock down the small utility room or just extend out the kitchen to the limits of the setback.
On the whole, the linkhome unit type is appealing, with it earthy toned façade, but perhaps the low windows on the first floor may not appeal to everyone. Only the corner units have balconies at the side to maximize the gfa for the bedroom.
Pandeiro, the semi-D unit is a more luxurious option for home seekers. At 40’ x 80’ minimum, and 2,942sq.ft, it has most of the features of the smaller Harmonium unit like the wide porch, but here with more space all around, there’s more to play with especially with the kitchen. There’s also a small garden alcove next to the main entrance. There’s a guest room downstairs (with minimum ventilation) and 4 rooms upstairs giving a total of 5+1 rooms. All 5 main rooms have attached baths.
Both unit types here have high ceilings, and while Harmonium has pretty standard finishings, Pandeiro is at a higher specs in accordance to the pricing.
The linkhouse units start from RM283k while the semi-D goes from half a million up. We’d say it’s a fair price, considering the build-up and relatively low density development here. Although some might point out that it’s leasehold and almost at the edge of what we’d perceive as the limits of the Klang Valley, but the it’s a gated community.
While gated communities are generally no longer freely approved in Selangor, we have to take the word of the developer that this is genuinely approved as such. Also according to the salespeople, the land matters are quite advanced in it’s application stage, where individual titles have already been issued for the landed units.
We liked the place, to be honest. Some may see the price as a little expensive, but not in the leagues of a similar unit in, say, Bandar Puteri. The developer, who has done a clutch of projects in Klang and Selayang so far, know the limitations of the land they have (especially in terms of location), but they’ve managed to worked with what is available to make a pretty attractive product. In the larger scale of the area, perhaps buyers would make comparison to surrounding developments, like Equine Park or Prima Tropika.
As with all the projects listed above, traffic congestion in Seri Kembangan town will be a problem in terms of connectivity.
There is actually an error (or perhaps an unexplained discrepancy) in the location map on the brochure and website, you can’t actually turn right into the development at Petronas from the main road, you need to go up a little and make a ‘U’ turn.
| Project Name | Alam Sanctuary |
| Location | Seri Kembangan |
| Description | Landed units in a gated development |
| Land type | Leasehold |
| Land Encumbrances | Nil |
| Launch Date | now available |
| Expected Completion | October 2008 |
| Developer | Permatanah Sdn. Bhd. |
| Contact | 03 – 9018 5200 03 – 7954 0200 |
| Website | www.permatanah.com |
| Harmonium: | |
| Description | Double-storey linkhomes |
| Price | RM283,800 to RM498,800 |
| Lot size | 22’ x 75’ |
| Build-up size | 2,234sq.ft |
| No of units | 70 |
| Pandeiro: | |
| Description | Double-storey semi-detached |
| Price | RM512,800 to RM739,800 |
| Lot size | 40’ x 80’ |
| Build-up size | 2,942sq.ft |
| No of units | 44 |
Admin
Just to point out that there’s an error in para 9 of your review.
“The semi-D units start from RM283k while the semi-D goes from half a million up.”
Anyway, thanx for your review on Saville since I asked for it.
Comment by armfit — December 19, 2006 @ 6:57 pm
thanks for pointing out he error, it’s corrected now.
so did you get a unit at saville? I didn’t, but i got a cute face towel…
Comment by Administrator — December 20, 2006 @ 12:01 pm
Nope too many naysayers.
Comment by armfit — December 23, 2006 @ 1:07 am
Do you know anything about the developer? Are they established enough? I went to the place last weekend, and the location, price and basically the whole package looks attractive enough. Only, I have never heard of the developer, and their website does not say much. That makes me quite sceptical.
Comment by house-hunter — January 7, 2007 @ 3:27 am
They’ve done a few small projects in Seremban and KL area, but this would count as first major development.
Comment by Administrator — January 9, 2007 @ 5:16 pm
Can you list down few small projects in Seremban and KL area? Give more information to convince us (consumer) Thanx..
Comment by Buyer — January 23, 2007 @ 10:11 pm
I went there few weeks ago and found out that this project is actually situated at a higher ground. Way higher to be precise compare to the surrounding projects. And the finishings for the linkhouses are above standard finishings as full floor tiles will be given from carporch up to 1st floor. The developer also claimed that all the tiles they are giving are White Horse tiles. As for the Semi-D, i think is a bargain with this selling price. Considering the location, the gated & landscaped concepts, this project is really a stand out among all the developments in the southern corridoor.
Comment by homester — January 25, 2007 @ 7:48 pm
buyer,
at the moment we don’t cover projects outside the klang valley.
Comment by Administrator — February 15, 2007 @ 12:11 am
homester,
we liked the place too, it definitely stands out among all the other developments in the area. too bad about the leasehold though, but if you don’t mind that, then it’s all good.
Comment by Administrator — February 15, 2007 @ 12:12 am
Anyone know abt the Alam Sanctuary developer (Permatanah.Sdn.Bhd)? Are they cheating and anything from your experience? Please advice.
Comment by Wyne — February 25, 2007 @ 11:53 am
I’ve decided to sign up the S&P for the harmonium haouse after seeing the stand out project. Hopefully the develop never cheat their customers. The show house may be ready to be seen by this April or May..only then, we can judge.
Comment by wawa — March 19, 2007 @ 2:05 pm
I heard that they have develop 2 projects in Klang.
1) Taman Kintaman 1
2) Taman Kintaman 2
The sales person told me that the previous company is Kintaman Development Sdn. Bhd. and it subdiary company is Permatanah Sdn. Bhd. So, i have no idea why they want to use different company name and i cant get any information about the “Kintaman Development Sdn. Bhd.” from internet. Do anyone know about it?
Comment by Susan — March 19, 2007 @ 9:41 pm
Should we be really worried about leasehold land? I am interested in the area, but it seems that its leasehold everywhere.
Comment by Lookingtobuy — April 3, 2007 @ 2:50 pm
Hi Wawa,
May i know which bank you are getting your housing loan ?
I just want to survey, which bank giving the better housing loan rate. Thank..
Hi Lookingtobuy,
The price a bit expensive for the leasehold land, if you dont mind, then u can think about it.
Comment by Wyne — April 3, 2007 @ 10:34 pm
Thanks for the response, Wyne.
Just worried that I pay through the nose for many many years, then suddenly I find that the govt has more claim over the land/house than I do . . . just worried. You know la, Malaysian govt . . .
Comment by Lookingtobuy — April 11, 2007 @ 3:53 pm
I saw yesterday newspaper. stated that “Property prices may rise 25% on steel bar shortage”. So, i duno whether Alam Sanctuary will increase more than expected.
There is a Hap Seng new project(D’Alpinia) near Alam Sanctuary area too. Take a look. The design there look like MORE MODERN.
http://www.hapsenghomes.com.my/
Comment by Wyne — April 11, 2007 @ 7:18 pm
thanks for the heads-up, Wyne. We’ve been keeping an eye on hap seng for awhile, will drop by soon.
http://propertymalaysia.blogsome.com/2007/04/11/460/
Comment by Administrator — April 11, 2007 @ 9:09 pm
The show house is completing soon. I visited the site and the workmanship is suprisingly good. The saleman told me those purchasers who went to the site to see, are all impressed with the workmanship. Saleman oso mentioned that no one is allow to go into the site anymore until it’s completed. Anyway, he mentioned that the official launch will be next month. Pretty soon.
Comment by Hihi — April 19, 2007 @ 11:01 am
Hi, anyone bought Alam Sanctuary already? We can share our experience together, below is my email:
… wyverntt@yahoo.com
Comment by wyne — April 20, 2007 @ 11:31 pm
i made a booking also yesterday. seems the linkhouse almost is selling fast
Comment by rexcoba — April 27, 2007 @ 9:46 am
Hi Rexoba,
Im Wyne, i had made booking last 3weeks. If you dont mind, sent me your email to me, we can share our experience together.
Comment by Wyne — April 27, 2007 @ 10:45 pm
Looks like this project is worth a look!
Comment by Kitkat — May 10, 2007 @ 10:54 pm
Hi KitKat,
You have to call Permatanah ofice, 03-7954 0200 before visit Alam Sanctuary coz they not open every weekend. Hope you interested & join our Alam Sanctuary family
Comment by Wyne — May 12, 2007 @ 8:47 pm
Hi everyone,
Here is some site progress photo. Take a look. The show house is almost completed.
http://propertymalaysia.blogsome.com/2007/05/08/site-progress-photos-alam-sanctuary/
Comment by Wyne — May 12, 2007 @ 8:58 pm
Hi Kitkat,
If you looking forward to buy better make it quick. The linkhouse not many left. maybe around 20-30. Lets join us!!!
Comment by Rexcoba — May 13, 2007 @ 11:13 am
Hi, I’m interested in this property as well. But I’m not familiar with the ‘gated community’ concept. I assume to have security surveillance, a park, and 2 lakes, we’ll have to pay some maintenance fee right? How much would that cost? Are there any other gated communities for which I can refer to? Thank you for the clarification.
Comment by Amelia — May 15, 2007 @ 6:12 pm
Hi Amelia,
Developer will free 3years maintenance fee from now, after that, we have to form a community and determine whether we want to employ guard or not. So, all the Alam Sanctuary penduduk need to meeting & discuss about this matter. Maintenance fee cost need to wait after the disccusion.
Any question, you may either call to developer(03-7954 0200) or sent email to me. Please refer comment 19 above to get my email. Thanx.
Comment by Wyne — May 15, 2007 @ 8:11 pm
When will the show house open for view ? Any idea?
Comment by hazlan — May 31, 2007 @ 9:41 am
I got news that they are launching this weekend on the 9th and 10th of June. I am also told that there will be free security guards for the first 3 years. And that the developer don’t intend to have any maintainance fees as all public area will be handed over to the local majlis.
Comment by john — June 4, 2007 @ 2:19 pm
Admin,
Tel no: 9018 5200 no longer valid. There are 2 new numbers 071-327 3200 & 017-327 5200.
Comment by Hihi — June 4, 2007 @ 4:14 pm
Hi John,
They are verbally said free security guards for first 3years. Its never stated in the S&P. So, there is NO black & white show that they are free 3years. Its better you ask the developer to give you black and white about the free 3years.
Comment by Wyne — June 4, 2007 @ 5:43 pm
Below is what I’ve received in my inbox:
Dear Sir/Madam,
We take please to invite you to the Official Launch of Alam Sanctuary Phase 1 with SHOW UNITS available for view.
Below are the details of the launch:
Venue : Sales Office (Refer attached for map)
Date : 9th & 10th of June 2007
Time : 10am.6pm (Light Refreshment will be served)
We received favorable respond from our soft launch. Hence, we encourage you to come early for better choice of preferable unit.
Should you require further information, please do not hesitate to call us at 017-327 3200 or 017-027 5200
Comment by zemmhassim — June 4, 2007 @ 9:21 pm
why is it this project not listed under the ‘Project Reviews’ section of this website?
Is the listing complete ie it lists all the projects reviewed in this website?
Comment by digerati — June 5, 2007 @ 5:23 pm
updated. must have missed it out.
Comment by Administrator — June 5, 2007 @ 7:12 pm
Hi Admin,
There is an error when click the Alam Sanctuary in ‘Project Reviews’ ? Its keep on open the ‘Alam Impian’ website.
Comment by Jacky — June 7, 2007 @ 7:23 pm
fixed the error. should be working now.
Comment by Administrator — June 7, 2007 @ 7:35 pm
Try going there last weekend. Access road to show unit is through a construction road !! Goodness, I am not going to sacrifice my car alignment… Thus we left.
Comment by Thomas — June 11, 2007 @ 10:57 am
Hi Thomas,
The Show house look GREAT !! I like it very much. Ya, instead using a construction road, they should fix the road before launch. If you drive SLOW, i don’t think will sacrify your car alignment… Its worth for you take a look on the Show House
Comment by Ken — June 11, 2007 @ 2:05 pm
Hi,
Please refer website below for latest photos.
http://propertymalaysia.blogsome.com/2007/06/11/show-unit-photos-alam-sanctuary/
Comment by Wyne — June 13, 2007 @ 9:47 pm
I love the place so much. I’m planning to buy the show room unit if it’s still available.
Comment by dodo lee — June 15, 2007 @ 11:31 pm
Hi all,
Website:
www.alamsanctuary.blog.com
www.alamsanctuary.77forum.com
Comment by wyne — August 25, 2008 @ 8:50 pm
We wish to extend invitation to all Alam Sanctuary purchasers to join the RA Pro-Tem Team.
Please drop us an e-mail (alamsanctuary.ra@gmail.com) with the following details:
1) Name
2) Contact No (preferably mobile)
3) E-mail
4) Type: Pandeiro, Harmonium, Angklung or Ocarina
5) Lot No
6) Phase: I or II
7) Expected Move-In (MM/YY)
Thank you.
Comment by Wyvernt — August 25, 2008 @ 9:30 pm
Alam Sanctuary Community Meet-Up - 6 Sept 2008 (Sat)
Date: 6 Sept 2008 (Sat)
Time: 2.00 pm
Venue: McDonald’s Equine Park, Seri Kembangan
(Map .://..wikimapia.org/#lat=2.995668&lon=101.670157&z=18&l=0&m=a&v=2)
As for the agenda, here’re the items proposed:
Balan: Election of Pro-tem office bearers
Balan: Community Library - seek backing from Perpustakaan Negara Malaysia so as to get tax exemption for donations
Elvis: Presentation by Vendor (Alarm, CCTV, Auto-Gate) - TBC
Steven: Presentation by Andy Liew/Anzen Services (Alarm, CCTV, Auto-Gate) - TBC
Please feel free to suggest more topics of discussion. If the list gets too long, then we may need to alert everyone of the estimated time to adjourn the meet.
Comment by Wyvernt — August 25, 2008 @ 9:32 pm
Vanue change -meeting on 6 Sept 2008 (Sat)
Date: 6 Sept 2008
Time: 10.00 am
Venue: Alam Sanctuary Show Unit/Sales Office
Comment by Wyverntt — September 4, 2008 @ 8:35 pm
Date: 13, 14, 20 & 21 Dec 2008
Time: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm
Venue: Alam Sanctuary Show Unit/Sales Office
Sanduri(SEMI-D 40′ x 80′)
Ukulele(Double storey superlink homes 26′ x 75′| 24′ x 75′)
Comment by Wyvernt — December 20, 2008 @ 1:23 am
Phase 3 launch with the details above… See you there…
Comment by Wyvernt — December 20, 2008 @ 1:25 am
i bought a unit in phase 1, n satisfied with the quality when i went to see my house. this place is windy and nice…and surprisingly the mkt price value of my hse appreciates fast…good investment though
Comment by sfw — February 6, 2009 @ 1:28 pm